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1987.683; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.683; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Colorful Bicentennial Plate
1987.683; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.683; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Colorful Bicentennial Plate

Artifact ID1987.683
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Gifter
Maker (Shelby, MI)
Date ca. 1976
Medium ceramic, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall Diam 10 in x D 1/4 in (0.6 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white plate features an image of an eagle with outstretched wings standing on a drum in an outdoor setting; there are mountains below a clear blue sky in the background. A large American flag looms above the eagle. Black text borders the top and bottom of the plate.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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